How to travel from Passau to Budapest

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Passau to Budapest

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Passau to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a train costs an average of $47.

Distance: 268 miles (432 km)

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Bus
Driving

$107

Average price

$44

Average price

Cheapest

$98

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 41m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 11m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 32m

Average total duration

7h 2m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 45m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.4 - 1.1kg

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FlixBus

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Passau to Budapest is a bus with an average price of $44 (€36).

This is compared to other travel options from Passau to Budapest:

A bus is $63 (€51) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Passau to Budapest costing on average $107 (€87).

A bus is $246 (€200) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Passau to Budapest costing on average $290 (€236).

The fastest way to travel from Passau to Budapest is by train with an average journey time of 5h 11m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 2m.

Flight takes on average 11h 53m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Passau and Budapest including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Passau to Budapest among Omio's users.

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from Passau to Budapest

How to get from Passau to Budapest by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Passau to Budapest is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • ÖBB | REXREX 50+ÖBBRJX 769 · RJX 267
    4:11 AM6h24
    Passau Hbf
    10:35 AMBudapest Keleti
    $471One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • ÖBB | REXREX 50+ÖBBRJX 769 · RJX 267
    4:11 AM6h24
    Passau Hbf
    10:35 AMBudapest Keleti
    $471One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH1682
    10:15 PM1h15
    Munich Airport
    11:30 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    $3461One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • ÖBB | RegionalzugR 50+ÖBBRJX 761+RegioJet a.s.RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest)
    5:39 AM7h35
    Passau Hbf
    1:14 PMBudapest-Deli
    $561One-way
    2 transfers
  • ÖBB | REXREX 50+ÖBBRJX 769+RegioJet a.s.RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest)
    4:11 AM9h03
    Passau Hbf
    1:14 PMBudapest-Deli
    $561One-way
    2 transfers
  • ÖBB | RegionalzugR 50+ÖBBRJX 761+RegioJet a.s.RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)
    5:39 AM10h35
    Passau Hbf
    4:14 PMBudapest-Deli
    $561One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:45 AM8h25
    Passau, Hauptbahnhof
    1:10 PMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
    $611One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:10 PM9h35
    Passau, Hauptbahnhof
    9:45 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    $611One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:10 AM9h40
    Passau, Hauptbahnhof
    5:50 PMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
    $611One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO352 · LO531
    10:00 AM9h45
    Munich Airport
    7:45 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    $2711One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO352 · LO533
    10:00 AM23h05
    Munich Airport
    9:05 AMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    $2711One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO352 · LO535
    10:00 AM26h00
    Munich Airport
    12:00 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    $2711One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Passau to Budapest

Travel to Budapest easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Passau to Budapest.

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There are 3 options to travel between Passau and Budapest including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Passau to Budapest is a bus with an average price of $44 (€36).

This is compared to other travel options from Passau to Budapest:

A bus is $63 (€51) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Passau to Budapest costing on average $107 (€87).

A bus is $246 (€200) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Passau to Budapest costing on average $290 (€236).

The fastest way to travel from Passau to Budapest is by train with an average journey time of 5h 11m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 2m.

Flight takes on average 11h 53m.

The distance from Passau to Budapest is approximately 268 miles (432 km).
The average frequency per day from Passau to Budapest is:
  • Around 28 flights per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Passau and Budapest as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Passau to Budapest:
  • Flights mostly depart from Munich Airport and arrive in Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Passau Hbf and arrive in Budapest Keleti.
  • Buses mostly depart from Passau, Hauptbahnhof and arrive in Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Passau to Budapest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with RegioJet a.s., ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Budapest by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, ÖBB-Postbus GmbH to go to Budapest by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Passau to Budapest:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Passau to Budapest often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Prague, Bratislava, Munich, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Budapest and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Budapest to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Budapest, you can relax at the Széchenyi Thermal Bath, explore the vibrant Great Market Hall, take a scenic cruise on the Danube River for unique views of landmarks, visit the House of Terror Museum, and enjoy a performance at the Hungarian State Opera House. Don't miss sights like Buda Castle, the Parliament Building, Fisherman's Bastion, St. Stephen's Basilica, and Heroes' Square for their stunning architecture and historical significance.
Three to four days are generally recommended to explore Budapest’s main attractions, including the historic Buda Castle, thermal baths, and vibrant ruin bars.

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